Suzanne Boak
LMSW
Michigan
Compassionate therapist focused on practical change
Continue with SuzanneAt a glance
- Credentials
- LMSW
- License
- LMSW, Michigan / 6801064436
- NPI
- 1659128080
- Experience
- 32 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Michigan
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Motivational interviewing
- Relationship support
- Coping strategies
About Suzanne
Suzanne Boak, LMSW, helps people facing relationship strain, family conflict, grief, parenting pressures, and stress-related concerns. She supports those dealing with anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, anger, and major life changes. Suzanne also focuses on caregiver strain, chronic illness or pain, compassion fatigue, and problems tied to family of origin or blended families.
She works in a calm, respectful manner and centers sessions on what the client wants to change. Conversations are practical and direct. Suzanne uses listening and reflective questions to help people find motivation for change and to set realistic next steps.
Her methods draw on client-centered work and solution-focused techniques to spotlight strengths and small, achievable goals. She also integrates Motivational Interviewing to help people resolve mixed feelings about change and EMDR when past trauma is a central concern.
With 32 years of experience in Michigan and time spent overseas, Suzanne brings long practice with adults facing complex personal and family challenges. Her background includes work with caregivers and people living with chronic health issues.
Sessions aim to build clearer communication, healthier boundaries, and coping tools for stress and emotional pain. Suzanne helps people practice new ways of relating and offers concrete steps they can try between meetings.
To begin, clients are invited to describe their immediate worries and goals so Suzanne can tailor a plan that fits their pace and priorities.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping a person find and strengthen their own reasons to change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to resolve mixed feelings about behavior, which can help with issues like substance use, motivation for self-care, or commitment to relationship work.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and meeting a person where they are. It helps people feel heard and encourages self-directed growth by following the client’s pace and priorities.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is used when past traumatic memories are causing current distress. It combines focused memory work with techniques to reduce emotional charge and can be helpful for trauma-related symptoms.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they decide which methods to try, and that plan can change as progress is made.
The practical upside of online work is fitting therapy into a busy life. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule appointments around work, caregiving, or medical needs. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the available options before booking so sessions match your daily routines and technology needs. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueAdditional focus areas
Blended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesTherapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Gottman MethodMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyExperience
32+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does Suzanne help with?
She addresses relationship and family problems, grief, parenting stress, self-esteem, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, intimacy concerns, and coping with life changes. There is also focus on caregiver stress, chronic illness, and blended family issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm, practical, and client-centered. She listens carefully, asks reflective questions, and helps people set small goals to move forward.
What kind of experience does she bring?
She has 32 years of clinical experience working in Michigan and has practiced overseas. That background includes supporting caregivers and people managing chronic health concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and practices in Michigan.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know whether phone or video is provided.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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